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User Guide
VIGÖR™ HRV PLUS
VB0147
AND
VIGÖR™ ERV
VB0149
Model no. 44202
(with top ports)
VB0148
Model no. 44212
(with top ports)
VB0150
Model no. 44203
(with side ports)
PLEASE
Model no. 44213
(with side ports)
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These products earned the
ENERGY STAR® by meeting strict
energy efficiency guidelines set by
Natural Resources Canada and the
US EPA. They meet ENERGY STAR
requirements only when used in
Canada.
09176 rev. B
Congratulations!
You have made an excellent choice! The operating principle of your Heat or
Energy Recovery Ventilator will give you personal comfort you have never known
before.
We have prepared this User Guide especially for you. Please read it carefully
to ensure you obtain full benefit from your unit. Over the coming months, you will
increasingly appreciate the feeling of living in a more comfortable house.
Please take note that this manual uses the following symbols to emphasize
particular information:
!
WARNING
Identifies an instruction which, if not followed, might cause serious
personal injuries including possibility of death.
CAUTION
Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, may severely damage the unit
and/or its components.
NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully complete an instruction.
We welcome any suggestions you may have concerning this guide and/or the unit,
and we would appreciate hearing your comments on ways to better serve you.
Please forward all correspondence to us at the address indicated on the product
registration card included with this guide.
CAUTION
Make sure at all times that the outside intake and exhaust hoods are free
from any snow during the winter season. It is important to check your unit
during a big snow storm, so it doesn’t draw in any snow. If this is the case,
please operate the unit in the recirculation mode, or turn it OFF for a few
hours.
Do not use your unit during construction or renovation of your house or
when sanding drywall. This type of dust may damage your system.
Since the electronic control system of the unit uses a microprocessor, it
may not operate correctly because of external noise or very short power
failure. If this happens, unplug the unit and wait approximately 10 seconds.
Then, plug the unit in again.
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Table of Contents
1. DEFROSTING MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2. CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-13
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
INTEGRATED CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
PLATINUM PLAIN CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-9
LITE-TOUCH CONSTRUCTO MAIN CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
SIMPLE-TOUCH CONSTRUCTO MAIN CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
CONSTRUCTO MAIN CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
OPTIONAL AUXILIARY CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13
2.6.1
2.6.2
2.6.3
2.6.4
20/40/60-minute Push-Button Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
20-minute Lighted Push Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Humidity Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
60-minute Crank Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
3. MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15
3.1 QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15
3.2 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
4. TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-16
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1. Defrosting Mode
When the outside temperature is below -5°C (23°F), recovery of heat or energy
creates frost in the core.
To maintain its proper operation, the unit is programmed to defrost the recovery
core. The defrost frequency varies according to the outside temperature.
During the defrost cycle, the unit shifts to maximum speed and the dampers close.
After defrosting, the unit returns to the operating mode selected by the user.
2. Controls
2.1 Integrated Control
BOOTING SEQUENCE
The unit booting sequence is similar to a personnal computer boot sequence.
Each time the unit is plugged after being unplugged, or after a power failure, the
unit will perform a 30-second booting sequence before starting to operate.
During the booting sequence, the integrated control LED will light GREEN for
5 seconds, and then will turn RED. During this RED light phase, the unit is checking
and resetting the motorized damper position. Once the motorized damper position
completely set, the RED light turns off and the booting sequence is done.
NOTE: No command will be taken until the unit is fully booted.
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2. Controls
(cont’d)
2.1 Integrated Control (cont’d)
1
All units are equipped with an integrated control,
located on the upper left side of the unit.
2
Use the push button (1) to control the unit.
The LED (2) will then show on which mode the
unit is in.
VE0220
Refer to table below to see how to operate the unit using its integrated control.
PRESS
ON PUSH BUTTON
ONCE
TWICE
THREE TIMES
LED COLOR
AMBER
GREEN
NO LIGHT
RESULTS
UNIT IS ON LOW SPEED
UNIT IS ON HIGH SPEED
UNIT IS OFF
If a problem occurs during the unit operation, its integrated control LED (2) will
blink. The color of the blinking light depends on the type of error detected. Refer to
Section 4 Troubleshooting on last page for further details.
NOTE: WHEN USING MAIN CONTROL, THE INTEGRATED CONTROL MUST
BE TURNED OFF.
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2. Controls
(cont’d)
For more convenience, these units can also be controlled using a main control.
Only one main control can be connected per unit.
NOTES: 1. The integrated control must be turned OFF to use a main control.
2. If an optional auxiliary control is used, if activated, this auxiliary
control will override the optional main control.
2.2 Platinum Main Control
ON-SCREEN INDICATORS
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9
10
11
12
7
13
6
1
VC0099
5
4
3
2
1
SMART Mode. Entirely automatic mode optimizing the ventilation.
2
Temperature Indicators.
3
Program Mode. Allows to program the desired ventilation according to
the period of the day.
4
Recirculation Mode. Manual mode performing air recirculation inside
the house.
5
Ventilation Mode. Manual mode performing air exchange with the outside.
6
Animated Arrows showing ventilation status (recirculation or air
exchange).
7
Periods of the day (morning, day, evening and night).
8
Week days.
9
Week-end days.
10
Hour display.
11
AM or PM display.
12
Appears only when setting backlight preferences.
13
Ventilation / Recirculation speeds and programming options.
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2. Controls
(cont’d)
2.2 Platinum Main Control (cont’d)
CASING INDICATORS
AND
KEYS
F
G
E
MODE
PREF
VC0100
A SMART key:
B Set key:
C Arrow keys:
D Mode / Pref key:
E Reset filter keys:
F Power indicator:
G Filter maintenance
indicator:
D
C
SET
SMART
B
A
Enables and disables the SMART mode.
• Press 3 seconds to access setting periods for
Program mode.
• Confirms the chosen option
and goes to following setting.
• Adjust ventilation and recirculation speeds.
• Allows to review the program’s period.
• Adjust Preference and Program values.
• Mode: Selects whether Ventilation,
Recirculation or Program mode.
• Pref: Push 3 seconds to access Preference settings.
Press on B and D keys simultaneously for 5 seconds
to turn off (reset) the filter maintenance indicator.
Illuminates when the control is operating.
When lit, shows it is time to perform filters
maintenance. (Refer to Section 3 Maintenance).
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2. Controls
(cont’d)
2.2 Platinum Main Control (cont’d)
The Platinum main control is pre-programmed and ready to go. All you have to do
is to set day and time. Then check the settings below and change if needed.
SETTING PREFERENCES
Press on MODE / PREF key (D) for 3 seconds.
NOTE: You can exit Preferences setting by pressing on MODE / PREF key (D) for
3 seconds any time in the process, or wait 60 seconds. The modified
values will be kept in memory.
WHAT WILL YOU SEE
If the control will be set for the very first time, the current day will be the first setting
to be made; MON (for Monday) will flash on screen.
If the control was previously set up, when setting preferences, the control returns
to the last preference chosen on previous setting. While setting Preferences, the
corresponding setting value flashes (e.g.: while setting current hour, hour is flashing).
HOW TO PROCEED
For every settings in table below:
• Use
to select value.
• Press SET key (B) to confirm the selected preference and go to next setting.
SETTING
CURRENT DAY
AVAILABLE VALUE
DEFAULT OPTIONS
MON/TUE/WED/THU/FRI/SAT/SUN
MON
AM
PM
HOUR DISPLAY
CURRENT HOUR
CURRENT MINUTE
TEMPERATURE UNIT
INSIDE TEMPERATURE
12:00 OR 24:00
FROM 0 TO 12 OR 24
FROM 00 TO 59
°C OR °F
ON
DISPLAY
MINIMUM
FOR AIR EXCHANGE*
OUTSIDE
FOR AIR EXCHANGE*
OR
SMART
AM
PM
ON
-25°C
OR
OR
-40°F TO 32°F
1°C TO 40°C
-13°F
27°C
TEMPERATURE
*IN PROG
OFF
-40°C TO 0°C
OUTSIDE
TEMPERATURE
MAXIMUM
OR
12:00
12
00
°C
OR
OR
33°F TO 104°F
81°F
MODE, THESE LIMIT VALUES ALLOW TO STOP AIR EXCHANGE
WITH THE OUTSIDE.
BACKLIGHT COLOR
BACKLIGHT DISPLAY
AUTO: BACKLIGHT
OFF MODE FOR
INTERMITTENT MODE
AFTER A VENTILATION
BLUE OR GREEN
BLUE
AUTO OR ON
AUTO
ACTIVATED 10 SECONDS WHEN ANY KEY IS PRESSED.
ON: BACKLIGHT ALWAYS ON.
VENTILATION/RECIRCULATION
VENT/RECIRC.
OR VENTILATION/OFF
PERIOD, DETERMINES THE SECOND PART OF THE CYCLE
(RECIRCULATION OR OFF).
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2. Controls
(cont’d)
2.2 Platinum Main Control (cont’d)
Pressing on MODE / PREF key (D) successively allows to go from Ventilation
mode to Recirculation mode and then to Program mode (VENT 5 , RECIRC 4
and PROG 3 on control screen).
• In Ventilation Mode, use
to change the ventilation speed
(displayed in 13 in all options except RECIRC).
• In Recirculation mode, use
to change the recirculation speed
(displayed in 13 , OFF, MAX).
• In Program mode, use
to review the period settings without
changing them (the period icons are displayed in 7 ).
Pressing once on A allows to turn the ventilation unit in Smart mode. On this
mode, the ventilation unit operation will be driven by the outdoor temperature and
by the indoor conditions. Press once more to exit Smart mode.
SETTING PERIODS
FOR PROGRAM MODE
The Program Mode allows the user to customize the operation of his/her ventilation
unit, for week and weekend days. All days are divided in 4 periods. The periods
starting hour and ventilation speed are factory set (see below).
DAILY PERIODS DEFAULT SETTINGS
PERIOD
STARTING HOUR
PERIOD 1 (MORNING)
6:00 AM
9:00 AM
PERIOD 2 (DAY)
PERIOD 3 (EVENING)
5:00 PM
PERIOD 4 (NIGHT)
11:00 PM
MODE
MIN
20 MIN/H
MIN
20 MIN/H
To change these values:
Press on SET key (B) for 3 seconds, PROG (for program) will appear on screen,
and week days will flash.
NOTE: You can exit Periods setting by pressing on SET key (B) for 3 seconds any
time in the process, or wait 60 seconds.
• Use
to select between setting week days or weekend days.
• Press SET key (B) to confirm the choice, and go to setting daily Period 1.
(Period 1 will appear on screen, and hour display will flash.)
• Use
to select the period starting hour.
NOTE: Time changes by 15 minutes increments.
• Press SET key (B) to confirm and go to select the ventilation speed or type
(will flash on screen).
• Use
to select the ventilation speed or type.
• Press SET key (B) to confirm and go to daily Period 2. (Period 2 will appear
on screen, and hour display will flash.)
Proceed as for Period 1 for all daily periods. Once the ventilation speed or type
for daily Period 4 has been selected:
• Press SET key (B) to confirm.
NOTE: If the week days were the first to be set, the weekend days will appear
on screen; but if the weekend days were the first to be set, then the
week days will appear on screen.
(Period 1 will appear on screen, and hour display will flash).
• Set periods as described above.
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2. Controls
(cont’d)
2.3 Lite-Touch Bronze Main Control
MAX
MIN
Activate the push button; the color of the indicator shows
the unit operating mode.
INTERMITTENT
L-T
®
VC0080
COLOR
MODE
SUGGESTED USE
GREEN
INTERMITTENT
SELECT
THIS MODE WHEN YOU ARE AWAY FROM THE
HOUSE FOR A FEW DAYS.
ALSO,
WHEN YOU DEEM THE
INSIDE AIR IS TOO DRY IN HEATING SEASON, OR TOO
HUMID DURING COOLING SEASON. IN THIS MODE, THE
UNIT IS
OFF
FOR
40
MINUTES PER HOUR AND
VENTILATES AT MINIMUM SPEED THE REMAINING
YELLOW MIN SPEED
VENTILATION
RED
MAX SPEED
VENTILATION
20 MINUTES OF THE HOUR.
FOR NORMAL DAILY OPERATION.
FOR EXCESS POLLUTANTS AND HUMIDITY
(PARTIES, ODORS, SMOKE, ETC.).
2.4 Simple-Touch Bronze Main Control
Activate the push button; the color of the indicator shows
the unit operating mode.
MAX
MIN
RECIRCULATION
S-T
®
VC0081
COLOR
MODE
GREEN
RECIRCULATION SELECT THIS MODE WHEN YOU DEEM THE INSIDE AIR IS
TOO DRY IN HEATING SEASON, OR TOO HUMID DURING
COOLING SEASON. IN THIS MODE, THE UNIT STOPS
SUGGESTED USE
EXCHANGING WITH THE OUTSIDE AND RECIRCULATES
INSIDE AIR AT HIGH SPEED.
YELLOW MIN SPEED
VENTILATION
RED
MAX SPEED
VENTILATION
FOR
NORMAL DAILY OPERATION.
FOR EXCESS POLLUTANTS AND HUMIDITY
(PARTIES, ODORS, SMOKE, ETC.).
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2. Controls
(cont’d)
2.5 Bronze Main Control
ADJUSTING AIR SUPPLY CONTROL
%
RE HUMID
MO
• When
«MIN»
(minimum
speed) is selected, if the knob
(B) is set above the click, the
unit will exchange in low speed
with the outside and if it is set
below the click, the unit will
exchange on high speed with
the outside until the desired
humidity level has been
reached.
20%
5°C+
41°F+
-5°C
30%
23°F
70%
CO
M FO R T Z ON E
40%
LES
S H U MID
A
25%
CO
HUMIDITY
CONTROL
ATIVE HUM ID IT
REL
Y
F
OF
Select speed «MIN» or «MAX»
using slide switch (A).
MFO RT ZONE
1)
60%
50%
-20°C
-4°F
-30°C
-22°F
B
MAX.
OFF
DURING FALL, WINTER
AND SPRING, SET THE
DIAL ACCORDING TO
THE DESIRED MAXIMUM
INDOOR HUMIDITY LEVEL.
DURING SUMMER SET
THE DIAL TO THE
OFF POSITION.
MIN.
VC0039
• When «MAX» (maximum speed)
is selected, the unit will exchange on high speed with the outside
either if the knob is set below or above the click.
2)
To turn off the unit, slide the switch at the «OFF» position.
ADJUSTING HUMIDITY CONTROL
Setting during the summer months:
During this period, unless being afflicted with breathing problems, using the
Dehumidistat is unnecessary. Set the slide switch to «OFF». (Do not
exchange in day time; exchange at night time, if cool outside, or if it is not raining.)
Setting during the fall, winter and spring months:
(When severe condensation appears on windows)
1)
Determine the humidity level in your house (bring the knob (B)
counterclockwise to its maximum position, then bring it back clockwise
slowly until you hear a «click»).
2)
Set the knob to one line under this temperature level or «click».
CAUTION
Do not select a temperature below -20°C (-4°F). This could lead to
excessive dryness in the air causing discomfort for the occupants.
It is possible (and normal) to experience condensation on your
windows when drastic changes in temperature happen (for example:
-5°C [23°F] to -20°C [-4°F]). In that case, we suggest waiting a few days
to allow the situation to stabilize.
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2. Controls
(cont’d)
2.6 Optional Auxiliary Controls
Contrary to the main controls, up to 5 optional auxiliary controls can be connected
to the same ventilation unit.
2.6.1 20/40/60-minute Push-Button Timer
Location: Located in the bathroom or in other locations
where there is temporary humidity excess
or pollutants.
Purpose: To eliminate excess humidity produced by
showers or other periodic activities producing
pollutants.
Within 2 seconds, push one time for 20 minutes, two
times for 40 minutes or three times for a 60-minute
activation.
®
20 min.
40 min.
60 min.
Results expected:
1. Motor speed: high for 20, 40 or 60 minutes.
VC0041
2. Indicator light goes “ON” and flashes every
5 seconds (one time to indicate a 20-minute operation, two times for a
40-minute, and three times for a 60-minute operation).
3. Air exchange indicator light goes “ON”.
NOTE: To stop activation, push one more time.
2.6.2 20-minute Lighted Push Button
Press once to activate the push button. The unit will
exchange air with the outside on high speed for
20 minutes and the indicator will light up. To stop
activation before the end of the 20-minute cycle, push
one more time. The unit will get back to its previous
setting.
ON
®
VENTILATION
VC0040
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2. Controls
(cont’d)
2.6 Optional Auxiliary Controls (cont’d)
2.6.3 Humidity Control
Adjust knob to the desired maximum
indoor humidity level.
%
ATIVE HUM ID IT
REL
Y
F
OF
20%
HUMIDITY
CONTROL
CAUTION
25%
70%
30%
CO
M FO R T Z ON E
50%
40%
Do not select a humidity level below
30%. This could lead to excessive
dryness in the air causing discomfort
for the occupants.
60%
DURING FALL, WINTER
AND SPRING, SET THE
DIAL ACCORDING TO
THE DESIRED MAXIMUM
INDOOR HUMIDITY LEVEL.
DURING SUMMER SET
THE DIAL TO THE
OFF POSITION.
VC0038
2.6.4 60-minute Crank Timer
OFF
Turn
Past
HOLD
10
60
This control activates the air exchange with the outside on
high speed for periods varying from 10 to 60 minutes.
20
50
40
MINUTES
VC0017
13
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3. Maintenance
! WARNING
Risk of electric shock. Before performing any maintenance or servicing,
always disconnect the unit from its power source.
Sharp edges may be present. When cleaning the unit, it is recommended to
wear safety glasses and gloves.
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Refer to picture beside to identify the inner parts of
your unit.
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VD0244
1) Core
2) Core filters
3.1 Quarterly Maintenance
1. Unplug the unit.
VD0005
2. Remove the unit door by following these steps:
A. Remove both door lower machine screws no. 8-32 x 1” (1) and set aside.
B. Open (2) and lift out the door (3).
A
B
3
1
2
VO0191
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3. Maintenance
(cont’d)
3.1 Quarterly Maintenance (cont’d)
3. Slide out both filters (1) and
recovery core (2) from the unit.
4. Clean the inside walls of the
unit with a clean damp cloth,
then wipe with a clean dry one.
5. Remove dust on filters and on
core using a vacuum cleaner
and a soft brush attachment.
6. Wash both core filters under
lukewarm water with mild
soap. Rinse thoroughly and
let dry completely before
reinstalling on the core.
2
1
CAUTION
Follow the instructions on the
core label to reinstall it correctly.
VD0243
7. Slide the core and the cleaned filters into the unit.
8. Reinstall the door. Secure it with both mechanical screws no. 8-32 x 1” previously
removed and plug the unit.
NOTE: The unit will return to its previous setting after a 30-second delay for
boot sequence.
3.2 Annual Maintenance
Do the same operations as the Quarterly Maintenance (Section 3.1), and clean
the recovery core as follows (refer to the core label):
HRV units: Soak the heat recovery core in a mixture of lukewarm water and mild
soap. Rinse thoroughly. Shake the core to remove excess water and let it dry.
ERV units: Remove the dust on the core using a vacuum cleaner and a soft brush
attachment.
After reinstalling the core and filters the unit’s door, then clean the exterior hoods.
4. Troubleshooting
PROBLEMS
TRY THIS...
At its very start-up or after a power failure, it
Takes some minutes before the outside
temperature appears on screen. Set the wall
control on MIN or MAX in VENT Mode.
If the problem is not solved by the above, contact
your installer.
2. On Platinum wall control, • Contact your installer.
error code E1, E3 or E4
appears on screen.
1.
On Platinum wall control, •
there is no outside
temperature displayed
on screen
.
•
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4. Troubleshooting
PROBLEMS
(cont’d)
TRY THIS...
3. Nothing works.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
• See if the unit is plugged in.
• See if the unit is receiving power from the house
circuit breaker or fuse.
Condensation
• See Controls Section on pages 4 to 13.
on windows.
• Leave curtains half-open to allow air circulation.
(Air too humid.)
• Store all firewood in a close room with a
dehumidifier or in a well ventilated room, or store
the wood outside.
• Do not adjust the thermostat of your heating
system below 18°C (64°F).
Inside air too dry.
• Temporarily use a humidifier.
• See Controls Section on pages 4 to 13.
Air too cold at the air • Check if the exterior hood is not blocked.
supply grille.
• See Controls Section on pages 4 to 13.
• Install a duct heater.
The LED of the
• There is a problem with the thermistor. The unit is
integrated control is
still working, but will defrost frequently. Contact
blinking green.
your installer.
The LED of the
• There is a problem with the motorized damper.
integrated control is
The unit is OFF. For a 2½-hour period, the unit will
blinking amber.
try to reset the damper at every 30 minutes. After
2½ hours, if the problem is not solved, the unit
stops trying to reset damper.
• Contact your installer.
The integrated control • The 30-second boot sequence is not completed.
push button does not • See Integrated Control on page 4.
work.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
AND
REPAIR
In order to ensure your ventilation unit remains in good working condition, you
must use vänEE genuine replacement parts only. vänEE genuine replacement
parts are specially designed for each unit and are manufactured to comply with
all the applicable certification standards and maintain a high standard of safety.
Any third party replacement part used may cause serious damage and drastically
reduce the performance level of your unit, which will result in premature failing.
vänEE also recommends to contact a vänEE certified service depot for all
replacement parts and repair.
If the problem is still not solved, call your installer or the nearest approved
Service Center. Also, you can reach the Customer Service Department
at the following phone number: 1-800-567-3855.
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